Certificate Program in Christian Formation and Spiritual Direction
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1 Certificate Program in Christian Formation and Spiritual Direction Offered in Scottsdale, Arizona, beginning in January 2016 By Christian Formation & Direction Ministries in conjunction with its Arizona Regional Network Christian Formation & Direction Ministries [CFDM] is a non-profit Christian ministry incorporated in California in It s mission is to lead others into a deeper love for and intimacy with the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit through spiritual formation and the art of spiritual direction particularly through the training, re-sourcing, networking, and supervising of spiritual directors for Christian churches in the western United States. For more information visit its website at The goal of the Certificate Program in Christian Formation and Spiritual Direction is to help the student To mature into deeper intimacy and friendship with the Triune God To develop a theology of Christian spirituality by drawing on and integrating insights from Scripture, theology, historical traditions, psychology and related fields To discover the richness of one s own spiritual tradition and the gifts and blessings of other traditions To learn about, and engage in, spiritual habits and practices that facilitate spiritual growth To grow in balancing prayer, study and service and in developing practical wisdom based on Scripture, tradition, reason, and experience To gain experience and skills in providing individual and group spiritual direction in a Christ-centered program and context To participate in a creative partnership among Christian spiritual directors in the Southwest Certificate Program Events and Dates Year One [Focus on Christian formation and introduction to the art of spiritual direction] January 20-22, 2016 Class in Spiritual Formation, Wednesday afternoon at 2:00 pm thru Friday afternoon, at St. Barnabas on the Desert Episcopal Church in Scottsdale, Arizona May Class/training continued, Wed afternoon thru Friday afternoon October Class in Spiritual Practices, Wed afternoon thru Fri afternoon By arrangement Monthly retreat Days By arrangement Monthly individual meetings with a spiritual director Year Two [For those continuing, focused now entirely on supervised training in spiritual direction] January 11-13, 2017 Class/training continued, Wed afternoon thru Friday afternoon at St. Barnabas on the Desert Episcopal Church in Scottsdale. April Class/training continued, Wed afternoon thru Friday afternoon September Class/training continued, Wed afternoon thru Friday afternoon By arrangement Regular meeting with one s spiritual director By arrangement Monthly individual retreat days TBD Monthly supervision for direction given By arrangement Participation in a network of spiritual directors 1
2 Costs: Cost for the two-year program is $4,260. In the first year, the $1,960 tuition covers nine days of instruction and practicum in a church setting, refreshment/snacks and meals [breakfast, lunch, snacks and one dinner during each three day event], faculty resources, administrative costs, reprints and other materials. In the second year the $2,300 tuition covers nine days of instruction and practicum, refreshment/snacks and meals [breakfast, lunch, snacks and one dinner during each three day event], faculty resources, administrative costs, reprints and other materials, and monthly individual or group supervision with a trained supervisor for ongoing evaluation and training. Not included are costs for transportation, overnight accommodations, and fees, if any, for individual spiritual direction and monthly personal retreat days. A $50 non-refundable processing fee is due with application and $360 is due at time of admission to the program [to reserve a place space is limited] and remaining tuition for the Program is due in advance on a yearly or term basis, or by arrangement. Entry Requirements Admission is open to individuals [lay or clergy] from any Christian denomination or group, who have a bachelor s degree or its equivalent and/or have training or demonstrable knowledge of Scripture and theology. Life experience is highly valued as is awareness of a potential call to be a spiritual director. Admission to the program is granted when the following steps have been completed: A completed application submitted by January 1, Earlier application is encouraged because the size of a class is limited and may be closed before the deadline. A $50 non-refundable processing fee, made out to CFDM. A statement detailing educational background, work experience, Christian journey, involvement in church and Christian service, and interest in spiritual formation and spiritual direction. Two letters of reference [one pastoral and one personal] An interview with one of the Program Faculty/Staff Faculty Rev. Dr. Catherine C. Gregg, D.Min., Co-Director of CFDM, ordained Episcopal Priest, Canon for Church Vitality for the Episcopal Diocese of Nevada, former Rector at Grace Episcopal Church in St. George, Utah, and former Director of both the Doctor of Ministry Program in Spirituality and the Certificate Program in Spiritual Direction at Azusa Pacific University in Southern California Rev. Dr. Douglas H. Gregg, Ph.D., President and Co-Director of CFDM, Professor, ordained Presbyterian Minister PC(USA), spiritual director, supervisor, and author Joyce Vidal-Thornburg, MA, CT. Bereavement Counselor for Hospice of the Valley with 20+ years of counseling experience; Spiritual director, Supervisor, and Regional Director of CFDM-Arizona. Additional faculty/staff A possible Faculty Intern Guest speakers and support staff For more information or an application, contact Douglas Gregg, President and Co-Director of CFDM - dgregg@cfdm.org (435) or (702)
3 APPLICATION Certificate Program in Christian Formation and Spiritual Direction at St. Barnabas on the Desert, Scottsdale, AZ, Name: Address: Home phone ( ) Work phone ( ) Church connection: Attach the following to this application: A statement detailing educational background, work experience, Christian journey, involvement in church and Christian service, and interest in the program and in becoming a spiritual director see questions on the next page of this form. Two letters of reference [one pastoral and one personal] see attached form A $50 non-refundable processing fee made out to CFDM Upon receipt of application you will be contacted for an interview. Note: Admission is open to individuals [lay or clergy] from any Christian denomination or group who has a bachelor s degree or its equivalent and/or has training or demonstrable knowledge of Scripture and theology. Life experience is highly valued as is awareness of a potential call to be a spiritual director. Admission to the program is granted by the Admissions Committee [composed of Faculty and Staff of the Certificate Program] following receipt of a completed application and an interview with one or more members of the Admissions Committee. Cost for the two-year program is $4,260. In the first year, the $1,960 tuition covers nine days of instruction and practicum in a church setting, refreshment/snacks and meals [breakfast, lunch, snacks and one dinner during each three day event], faculty resources, administrative costs, reprints and other materials. In the second year the $2,300 tuition covers nine days of instruction and practicum, refreshment/snacks and meals [breakfast, lunch, snacks and one dinner during each three day event], faculty resources, administrative costs, reprints and other materials, and monthly individual or group supervision with a trained supervisor for ongoing evaluation and training. Not included are costs for transportation, overnight accommodations, and fees, if any, for individual spiritual direction and monthly personal retreat days. A $50 non-refundable processing fee is due with application and $360 is due at time of admission to the program [to reserve a place space is limited] and remaining tuition for the Program is due in advance on a yearly or term basis, or by arrangement.. I understand and agree to the program costs as stipulated above. Signature Date Send completed application to Douglas Gregg, dgregg@cfdm.org, or by surface mail to 969 Rock Ledge Court, Henderson, NV
4 Questions to consider in completing your personal statement as part of the application process 1. How would you describe your understanding of spiritual formation? Of spiritual direction? 2. Do you have, or have you ever had, a spiritual director. If so, for how long? What has been your experience and what has been most helpful to you in this relationship? 3. Have you ever had any spiritual formation or spiritual direction training? If so, please describe. 4. Do you have any theological training (i.e. seminary, bible school, courses, workshops)? Please be specific. 5. How/where did you find out about this program in spiritual formation and direction? 6. What do you hope to receive from this program? 7. What is going on internally within you that is leading you to seek out spiritual formation and direction training? 8. If you are married, describe your spouse s response to your desire to be in this program. 9. Describe your spiritual journey and your relationship with God at this time. 10. What do you see as your strengths? Weaknesses? 11. Describe any steps you have taken or experiences you explore (i.e. counseling, spiritual direction, journaling, group work, etc.) to pursue emotional health and growth. 12. We believe it is God s desire that individuals not only grow in experiential knowledge of God but also in experiential knowledge of self. Therefore, one main focus of this program will be to take an in-depth and very honest look at yourself and your life your relationship with God, your relationship with others, your giftings, strengths, weaknesses, wounds, addictions, etc. What is your response within as you read the above statement about this program? 4
5 Certificate Program in Christian Formation and Spiritual Direction in Arizona Recommendation Form [make copies as needed] NAME OF APPLICANT: When completed this form to or by surface mail to Douglas Gregg at 969 Rock Ledge Court, Henderson, NV The above-named applicant has applied for admission to our two-year training program in Christian Formation and Spiritual Direction, with the goal of engaging in Christian formation and possibly becoming a spiritual director. Please respond to the following questions with that in mind. 1. Name some characteristics showing suitability for this ministry: 2. What are the strengths of this person? 3. In what areas could this person grow? 5
6 4. How long have you known this person? In what capacity? 5. How would you characterize this person s relationship with God? 6. How would you characterize this person s relationship with his/her family and friends as well as with those to whom he/she ministers? ADDITIONAL COMMENTS: Your Name (please print) Your Signature Your position Your phone number Date 6
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